Basic Medical Terminology (45 Q&A) | Prefixes, Suffixes, Root Words | Health & Anatomy Essentials

This compact and highly focused document includes 45 foundational medical terms and definitions structured in a clear Q&A format. It provides a well-organized overview of common prefixes, suffixes, and root words used in medical and healthcare contexts, making it an essential reference for mastering medical language at the entry level. Key topics covered include: Suffixes: such as -itis (inflammation), -ectomy (surgical removal), -emia (blood condition), -algia (pain) Prefixes: including hyper- (above normal), hypo- (below normal), endo- (within), brady- (slow), tachy- (fast) Root words: relating to major organs and systems, like cardi/o (heart), nephr/o (kidney), dermat/o (skin), hepat/o (liver), neur/o (nervous system), and many more This material is ideal for: Nursing, pre-med, pharmacy, physical therapy, and paramedic students Students in introductory health science, medical assisting, and anatomy & physiology courses Individuals preparing for certification exams like HESI, TEAS, or NCLEX Healthcare trainees looking to strengthen their medical vocabulary for clinical environments Its Q&A style makes it perfect for quick review, flashcard use, or exam prep. Keywords: medical terminology, suffixes, prefixes, root words, anatomy terms, physiology terms, nursing vocabulary, health science, diagnostic terms, organ systems, medical language, clinical terms